8205.59.10.00/Pipe Cutter with Cutting Wheel/Japan

Pipe Cutter with Cutting Wheel from Japan

A hand-held tool featuring a ratcheting mechanism and replaceable cutting wheel for cleanly slicing copper, PVC, or steel pipes. Classified under HTS 8205.59.1000 as a dedicated pipe tool for cutting operations.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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Import Tips

• Provide cut capacity specs (e.g

• 1/8-1-1/8 inch) to confirm pipe tool status

• Ensure packaging labels it for plumbing/pipe use, not general metal cutting

• Watch for reclassification if includes spare wheels sold separately